Featured Hotels Near Hiranodai Highland Viewing Platform

Minakami Highland Resort is ideal for sunrise seekers, just a 8-minute walk from Hiranoda Highland Observatory. Its east-facing rooms provide panoramic views of the Aso Mountains as the sun rises over the horizon. The hotel offers complimentary hot soup and blankets to enhance your morning experience. Book early via HopeGoo for best availability.

Minakami Forest Cottage is located just 200 meters west of Hiranoda Highland Observatory, with direct access to local bus services running to Kumamoto City daily. Equipped with underfloor heating and double-glazed windows, the lodge ensures warmth during cold mountain nights. A 5-minute walk leads directly to the observatory, making it perfect for stargazing and morning mist views.

Minakami Cloud Peak Onsen sits at the southern slope of Hiranoda Highland Observatory, featuring an open-air bath with sweeping views of the plateau and distant Aso Volcano. The spring water, drawn from 300 meters underground, is rich in silicates and sulfates, known for relieving muscle tension and improving skin health. Guests receive a free ticket to the nightly star-watching tour, blending relaxation with celestial beauty.